Trade Spend Deduction Manager at SAMYANG AMERICA INC – Brea, California

Trade Spend Deduction Manager

About Samyang America

Samyang America stands as the #1 Gen Z brand, boldly shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors, viral trends, and unforgettable brand experiences. We don’t just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and celebrate bold individuality.

Our mission is to bring daring, delicious products to the market that resonate deeply with the next generation of food lovers. From iconic spicy noodles to creative new launches, we are driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of taste and culture.

At Samyang America, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared love for bold flavor experiences. We value fresh ideas, energetic spirit, and the courage to lead trends rather than follow them.

If you’re ready to be part of a brand that’s more than just food - a brand that moves culture and creates unforgettable moments - join our team today!

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Sr. Trade Spend Deduction Specialist to support sales operations and trade spend management. This role is responsible for administering and reconciling trade spend deductions, validating customer claims against trade programs, and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial reporting. The position also manages sales orders, pricing, and customer master data within SAP, supports promotion management and post-promotion analysis, and collaborates cross-functionally with AR, Finance, brokers, and Business Development Managers. Additionally, this role supports monthly and quarterly sales closing processes to ensure financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer, process, and reconcile trade spend deductions, including validating customer claims against trade programs

• Identify and resolve invalid deductions while maintaining deduction balances within target thresholds

• Oversee deductions, billbacks, and trade spend in collaboration with Finance

• Manage sales orders, pricing, and customer master data within SAP

• Manage promotions, including post-promotion analysis and reporting

• Maintain accuracy of customer, pricing, contract, and promotion documentation

• Manage monthly and quarterly sales closing processes

• Partner cross-functionally with Accounts Receivable, brokers, customers, BDMs, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and ensure timely issue resolution

Requirements:

• 8+ years of finance or accounting experience in Trade Payment Processing, Deduction Management, and Account Reconciliation

• Advanced Trade Spend & Deductions Management expertise

• Strong understanding of Gross Profit and P&L structure

• Experience managing deductions, billbacks, trade spend, and promotion processes

• Proficiency interpreting trade program contracts

• Strong systems proficiency, including SAP and Advanced Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formula development)

• Experience managing multiple accounts, promotions, and reporting timelines simultaneously

• Strong analytical problem-solving skills

• Strong organizational, coordination, cross-functional communication, and follow-up skills

• Experience in the food Industry

• Experience managing trade promotions and deductions

• Experience working with key retail or distributor account

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean a plus

The base salary for this position is between $90,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including an annual incentive bonus, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, PTO/FTO, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Samyang America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.